Sam's Valley
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1894 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Sam's Valley is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1894 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 6.9 kg.
6.9 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1894
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23116 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 6.9 kg (15.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1894 |
| Coordinates | 42.53333N, 122.875W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"6.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Sam's Valley?
Sam's Valley is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Sam's Valley meteorite weigh?
The Sam's Valley meteorite has a mass of 6.9 kg (15.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Sam's Valley meteorite found?
The Sam's Valley meteorite was found in Canada in 1894.
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